
August 30th, 2008
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Law adds protection from bias based on genetic test
August 30th, 2008 05:00 AM - A new state law strengthens protections against discrimination based on the results of sophisticated genetic tests that can pinpoint someone's risk of disease, bringing Illinois in line with federal law and in some instances surpassing it. Advocates hope it will offer peace of mind to people who might be dissuaded from undergoing such tests because they fear repercussions from their employer or health insurer. Click here to read the article...
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